Lantern with Pierced Cherry Blossom Pattern
Early 19th century
Physical Qualities
Copper alloy, waxed paper, 2 H x 4 1/4 Diam. in. (5.1 x 10.8 cm.)
Credit Line
Gift of Harrison T. Beacham
Object Number
1927.13.5b
Cherry blossoms became Japan’s most important symbol
of the spring, and feminine beauty.
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift, 1927; Harrison T. Beacham
Frances Klapthor, BMA, "The Poetic Imagery of Japanese Art," February 22-August 8, 2010. (Levy Rotation)
